Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
9EF2DF
RGB
158, 242, 223
HSL
166, 76%, 78%
HSB
166, 35%, 95%
CMYK
35, 0, 8, 5
LAB
90, -30, 1
LCH
90, 30, 179
OKLCH
0.90, 0.09, 178
XYZ
59, 76, 81
LUV
90, -40, 7
HWB
166, 62%, 5%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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